LINE

Text:AAAPrint
ECNS Wire

Smart child watch bears safety loopholes

1
2015-11-23 16:21Ecns.cn Editor: Feng Shuang

(ECNS) -- Smart watches are becoming a new trend in China, equipped with GPS or LBS functions that help parents locate their kids and monitor their activities via cell phone apps. However, a recent report warns against potential risks associated with these devices that could be abused by hackers.

According to Wooyun.org, an Internet loophole report platform, 13 of the top 32 best-selling smart watch products in China have weaknesses that allow hackers to track kids.

Yu Feng, an Internet security expert, explained that hackers could "clone" parent cellphones bound to smart watches and obtain access to data. They could also turn smart watches into wiretaps to monitor the activities of targeted kids and their families.

According to China Central Television, the country currently has no national standards for wearable devices like smart watches. Experts hope regulations would be soon implemented to cope with related safety hazards.

  

Related news

MorePhoto

Most popular in 24h

MoreTop news

MoreVideo

News
Politics
Business
Society
Culture
Military
Sci-tech
Entertainment
Sports
Odd
Features
Biz
Economy
Travel
Travel News
Travel Types
Events
Food
Hotel
Bar & Club
Architecture
Gallery
Photo
CNS Photo
Video
Video
Learning Chinese
Learn About China
Social Chinese
Business Chinese
Buzz Words
Bilingual
Resources
ECNS Wire
Special Coverage
Infographics
Voices
LINE
Back to top Links | About Us | Jobs | Contact Us | Privacy Policy
Copyright ©1999-2018 Chinanews.com. All rights reserved.
Reproduction in whole or in part without permission is prohibited.